From the Curated Compilation
Encounters at Ossabaw
Monday, September 29 | 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Join historian Dr. Paul Pressly for a narrated boat ride and walking tour of Ossabaw Island. Explore rare tabby cabins, 18th- and 19th-century sites, and the island’s indigo and cotton heritage. A group lunch included. (Exclusive members only event. Join today.)
Program Price: $125
Discovering Historic Wormsloe
Tuesday, October 14 | 9:30 - 12:00 pm
Experience Wormsloe’s storied past with an exclusive Learning Center tour. Stroll the famed oak avenue, explore museum artifacts, and visit the 18th-century tabby ruins of Noble Jones’ home, with guided insights into Georgia’s colonial history. (Exclusive members only event. Join today)
Program Price: $25
Creating Joy in Times of Change
Friday and Saturday, October 3 and 4 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This two-day interactive program inspires and connects through storytelling, people, and shared experiences. Hear from Broadway producers, civic leaders, faith voices, and artists on finding joy in times of change, with sessions ranging from personal milestones to moving history to the stage. (Exclusive members only event. Join today.)
$50 for members
National Constitution Day
Wednesday, September 17 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Larry D. Thompson revisits the fundamentals of the Constitution, explores key amendments, and examines historic moments when this guiding document safeguarded American democracy.
$10 to all
Beyond the History Textbooks
Wednesdays, September 24 - November 19 | 9:15 - 10:15 am
This fascinating lecture series uncovers the forgotten people and pivotal moments that helped shape America. From surprising Puritan bans to early warnings of Pearl Harbor, heroic wartime rescues and untold Civil War bravery, it brings hidden history to life—spanning four centuries of bold decisions, cultural shifts, and unsung visionaries.
Series: $50 for members/$100 for visitors
New York City: Inside and Out
Wednesdays, September 24 - November 19 | 10:30 - 11:30 am
Celebrate New York City’s 400th anniversary with explorations of its art, neighborhoods, films, food, parades, and more. From iconic heroes and infamous villains to museum treasures, transportation, and even trash, this series dives into the people, places, and passions that define the city inside and out.
Series: $50 for members/$100 for visitors.
Notable Late Romantic Composers
Wednesdays, September 24 - November 19 | 1:30 - 2:30pm
Explore the lives and works of late Romantic composers from Chaminade and Sibelius to Satie and Granados, with landmark recordings and select pieces performed live on piano by instructor Warren Heilman.
Series: $50 for members/$100 for visitors.
Greek Mythology: An Introduction
Wednesdays, September 24 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm
This engaging introduction to Greek mythology revisits the gods, heroes, and epic tales that shaped ancient Greece—from Zeus and Athena to Hercules and the Trojan War—and explores their lasting influence on Western culture.
Series: $50 for members/$100 for visitors
Edgar Allan Poe: In His Times and Ours
Thursday, October 23 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Explore Edgar Allan Poe’s life, innovative genres, and lasting influences, from gothic and horror to crime and science fiction, and discover how his works still resonate in today’s books, films, and television.
Lecture: $10 in advance/$20 at the door.
Savannah Streets Art Exhibit:
Reception and Artists’ Remarks
Friday, September 19 | 12:00 pm or 6:00 pm
Four artists explore Savannah Streets in their chosen medium:
-Kristen Medford
-Lou Storey
-Kelly Thompson
-Ed Pyrch.
Free to the public
Savannah Streets Lecture Series
Fridays, October 10 - 31 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm
This four-part series explores Savannah’s streets from every angle—its hierarchical grid design, the history and charm of River Street, the prominence of Bull Street, and the stories behind the city’s street names—led by expert historians and scholars.
Series Price: $35 for members/$70 for visitors
Champagne and Chocolate
Thursday, November 13 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Discover the rich history of Europe’s finest Champagne and chocolate, from centuries of craft to modern luxury—plus enjoy delicious samples along the way.
Lecture Price: $45 for members, $90 for visitors. At the door: $90